1. Climate in Klaipeda is quite fickle even in summer, so it’s recommended to take some warm clothes. Going for a walk, it is necessary to take an umbrella or raincoat, because it begins raining very suddenly.
2. Klaipeda is a fairly quiet city, where you can safely walk on streets even in the late evening. However, travelers shouldn’t be vigilant in public places and have to watch themselves very carefully. Don’t leave unattended bags and outerwear, and don’t trust individuals that propose to help with currency exchange.
3. Tourists, who expect to rent a car, need to remember that large monetary fines are collected in case of violation of traffic regulations. In any case you shouldn’t drive in a state of intoxication; such actions are considered one of the most serious crimes.
4. It’s usual to tip in local restaurants and cafes, but there are no specific rules for reward calculating. Visitors usually leave at least 5% of the total order for the waiter.
6. The city has excellent public transport links; you can travel through its territory by buses and trolley buses. Most profitable option is to purchase tickets for travel at newsstands, which are next to each public transport stop. If necessary, tickets can be bought from the driver, but they will cost about 30% more expensive than in the stands.
7. It is recommended to call a taxi by phone – in this case the tariff will be more profitable. You can also grab a taxi on the special parking, but not all of these cars are equipped with meters, so it’s better to specify the cost of services in advance.
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Lithuania: travelling advices
4. All municipal beaches of the country are free. Tourists will have to pay only for using sun loungers or renting an equipment if necessary.5. Couples and older people will enjoy vacations in Lithuania. There are several sanatoriums in this country where you can have mineral water treatment.
6. Like other Baltic countries, Lithuania has a rather low crime rate, which makes a journey even more comfortable. However, you should be cautious in popular tourist places, as there is a risk of encountering pickpockets.
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